Mulberry Elementary is getting into the STEAM of things! 🎨🔬📚

Yesterday, 5th grade students brought the book Bud, Not Buddy to life by creating handmade posters, guitars, and huts inspired by the story and its themes. Students combined creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork to design their projects while connecting deeper with the novel they’ve been reading in class.

Meanwhile, our kindergarteners in Ms. Cowell’s class became little scientists of their own! Students applied sunscreen to black paper and left it outside in the sun all day to test how the sun’s rays would affect the paper. What a fun and hands-on way to explore science and learn about sun protection!
about 17 hours ago, Milford Schools
A young student paints with white paint on black paper while sitting at a classroom table during a STEAM activity.
Two elementary students work together using tape and cardboard to build a small project during a classroom STEAM lesson.
A student carefully sketches and labels a project design on large paper while classmates work in the background.
Students collaborate at a classroom table using colored pencils and craft materials during a hands-on STEAM activity.
Two smiling students sit at a classroom table drawing and designing their STEAM projects.
A student concentrates while building a small structure using craft sticks, fabric, and glue during a classroom activity.
A teacher smiles and talks with a student while classmates work on projects around the classroom.
A student proudly holds up a handmade cardboard guitar project during a STEAM activity.
A student smiles while showing off a colorful handmade guitar craft project in the classroom.
An adult and two young students place painted artwork outside along a sidewalk in the sunshine.

Last week, students in Lisa Holt Taylor’s third grade class at Boyd E. Smith Elementary got an exciting firsthand look at what it really takes to care for chickens during their “So You Want to Own a Chick?” project!

Students welcomed special guest speaker Gunnar Craver, a Milford High School student and owner of 42 chickens, who shared his real-life experiences raising and caring for backyard flocks. From budgeting and feeding routines to shelter needs, chicken behaviors, and even predators, students learned just how much responsibility comes with caring for animals.

After taking notes and conducting research, students are now creating digital books and videos debating the pros and cons of chicken ownership before answering one final question: If given the choice, would they still want to own a chick?

Thank you to Gunnar for sharing his time, knowledge, and passion with our students!

about 19 hours ago, Milford Schools
Farm-themed graphic for Boyd E. Smith Elementary featuring photos of students learning about chicken ownership, holding baby chicks, and participating in classroom activities. The collage includes a classroom presentation by a Milford High School student and the question, “If given the choice, would they still want to own a chick?”
What a year it’s been for Milford Fine Arts!

From celebrating 100 years of Milford Band with a once-in-a-century performance at Cincinnati Music Hall, to bringing Water for Elephants to life with incredible handmade puppets, to showcasing their talents at Music in the Parks at Kings Island, our students truly stole the show all year long.

Thank you to our talented students, dedicated directors, supportive families, and staff for making the 2025-2026 school year one to remember. The curtain may be closing on this school year, but the future of Milford Fine Arts is looking center stage bright!
about 21 hours ago, Milford Schools
Graphic highlighting Milford Performing Arts accomplishments during the 2025–2026 school year. The infographic is divided into Band, Drama, and Choir sections using Milford red, white, gray, and black colors. The Band section highlights 163 sixth grade band students, the program’s 100-year anniversary celebration at Cincinnati Music Hall, support from the Milford Schools Foundation and Band Boosters, and recognition as a Bands of America Regional Finalist. The Drama section features productions including “Six: Teen Edition,” “Almost, Maine,” “Water for Elephants,” and “Seussical Jr.,” noting award nominations, handmade puppets, and record-setting student participation. The Choir section recognizes the high school a cappella group Notable performing at AcaFest, the choir program being selected for the EPCOT Candlelight Processional, and middle school students participating in Music in the Parks at Kings Island.
The Milford Board of Education will hold its regular meeting on Thursday, May 21 at 6:00 p.m. at the MEVSD Board Office.

Community members are encouraged to attend in person or watch the live stream provided by ICRC.

As part of meeting procedures, individuals who wish to provide public comment must submit a request before the start of the meeting. The agenda will be posted to BoardDocs soon.

To watch the meeting virtually, visit: https://www.icrctv.com/milford-school-board?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExSlNCUENpTGRQQWtnczVKOXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4p6CDkCqo3Qt53RREXN0L28FO_uAIxct56OCNHkvG-maiOWil5-0MOe3oa-w_aem_zDqX9XT9t07HtKpEsuWoSQ
about 23 hours ago, Milford Schools
A Milford Exempted Village Schools graphic promoting the Board of Education Regular Meeting on May 21 at 6:00 p.m. The graphic features a red header with the Milford Exempted Village Schools logo in white. Large black text reads “Board of Education Regular Meeting,” alongside a white box with red text displaying the meeting date and time. The bottom half of the graphic shows five smiling individuals standing in front of a red eagle mural while holding framed Milford-themed artwork. At the bottom, text invites community members to attend in person at the Board of Education Office located at 1099 SR 131, Milford, OH 45150.
They always know how to make themselves heard!

Happy National Speech Pathologist Day to the incredible speech-language pathologists across Milford Exempted Village School District! Thank you for helping our students communicate, grow in confidence, and thrive each and every day.
1 day ago, Milford Schools
Graphic with a white crumpled paper background framed by torn Milford red paper across the top and bottom edges. At the top center is a red “M” logo with a white eagle head. Large bold black text reads “National Speech Pathologist Day.” Beneath the title, black script text reads, “Thank you for helping our students communicate, grow in confidence, and thrive every day.” The overall design uses Milford red, black, and white school colors with a clean paper-texture aesthetic.
Where else could you find Weird Al, Alexander Hamilton, Henry Ford, and Babe Ruth all in one place? Outside of Meadowview Elementary, of course!

Our 4th grade students brought history to life today during their Wax Museum! Students dressed as famous historical figures, researched their lives, and performed rehearsed speeches sharing fun facts and important moments from history with visitors.

Great job to all of our students for their creativity, hard work, and incredible performances!
1 day ago, Milford Schools
A student dressed as Babe Ruth poses with a baseball bat in front of a presentation board during Meadowview Elementary’s Wax Museum event in the school library.
A student dressed as Alexander Hamilton reads from a note card while presenting facts about the historical figure during Meadowview Elementary’s Wax Museum.
A student presents her historical figure project to a staff member during Meadowview Elementary’s Wax Museum event.
A student dressed in a NASA astronaut costume reads from note cards beside a display board during the Wax Museum presentation.
A student dressed as Muhammad Ali poses with boxing gloves in front of his historical figure display during Meadowview Elementary’s Wax Museum.
A student smiles while posing beside a Lionel Messi presentation board during the Wax Museum event.
A student dressed as Jules Verne reads from a note card while standing beside a historical display board during Meadowview Elementary’s Wax Museum.
A student dressed as Alexander Hamilton presents information from note cards during the Wax Museum event.
A student dressed in a curly wig and Hawaiian shirt holds an accordion while portraying Weird Al Yankovic during Meadowview Elementary’s Wax Museum.
A girl dressed in a cowboy hat as Annie Oakley
No matter how much time passes, Mulberry will always be home!

Today, Mulberry Elementary opened its doors once again to the Class of 2026 for a special senior breakfast celebration. Students had the chance to enjoy breakfast together, reconnect with former teachers and staff members, flip through old yearbooks and photos.

They may be a bit taller, but they are still the same kids at heart. 💚
1 day ago, Milford Schools
Graduating seniors pose together for a second group photo while holding graduation-themed signs and props inside the classroom.
Staff members stand smiling and laughing around a seated graduating senior during a classroom celebration at Mulberry Elementary. Graduation-themed decorations and tables are set up around the room as teachers and staff cheer on the former student.
Three Milford seniors pose for a photo with a Mulberry staff member in front of a graduation-themed backdrop while another staff member takes their picture.
A former Mulberry student shares a hug with a staff member during the senior breakfast celebration as others mingle nearby.
A group of graduating seniors stand together smiling and holding graduation-themed props during the Mulberry senior breakfast event.
Two graduating seniors stand at a touchscreen display while looking through photos or materials during the Mulberry senior breakfast event.
Mulberry staff members and graduating seniors stand together chatting and smiling during a senior breakfast celebration inside a classroom decorated for graduation.
A mulberry staff member looks at photographs alongside senior
A Mulberry staff member poses for a photo with a graduating senior during the celebration as another student sits nearby in the background.
A graduating senior wearing a yellow sweatshirt speaks with Mulberry staff members during the breakfast celebration.
Thank you to all of our band families who came out last week to welcome new Milford High School Band Director Jacob Carpenter to the Milford family!

Families had the chance to hear about Mr. Carpenter’s vision for the future of the program, upcoming plans, and the excitement ahead for Milford Bands. As always, our community gave him the warm Milford welcome that makes this district so special.

We can’t wait to see his vision come to life and experience the incredible performances and shows ahead next year!
2 days ago, Milford Schools
A man wearing a green blazer smiles and gestures while speaking with attendees at an indoor event. Two people stand in the foreground listening as the conversation takes place in a brightly lit hallway or lobby area.
Last week, our Milford Middle School 6th and 7th grade choir students took the stage for an amazing performance filled with incredible music and even a few skits along the way!

One highlight of the evening came from our 7th grade choir students, who performed a hilarious skit to determine their choir mascot, keeping the audience laughing throughout the show.

Great job to all of our student performers and directors on a fantastic concert!
2 days ago, Milford Schools
Middle school choir students perform together on risers on stage while their director conducts in front of them and a pianist accompanies the group on a keyboard. Students are dressed in black concert attire as audience members watch from the auditorium.
A group of middle school choir students perform a playful skit on stage during a concert while classmates smile and laugh nearby. Several students hold colorful props and signs as the audience watches from the auditorium seats.
Middle school choir students stand on stage during a concert performance while one student speaks at the microphone. Other students wait nearby in black concert attire as audience members fill the auditorium.
Middle school choir students perform together on stage during a concert while their director conducts in front of the choir and a pianist accompanies from the side of the stage. Students stand on risers in black attire as a packed audience watches from the auditorium.
Snap those fingers because our 4th graders at Mulberry were serving up some incredible poetry last week! ☕️📖

Students hosted a “Poet-Tea” where they shared their poems with families while enjoying tea and sweet treats together. From heartfelt personal pieces to short and creative poems, every student had a chance to showcase their writing and creativity.

Thank you to the entire 4th grade staff who made this event possible and to the students who had the courage to share their poems!
4 days ago, Milford Schools
A Mulberry Elementary student sits with a family member at a cafeteria table while sharing printed poetry during the school’s “Poet-Tea” event. Other students and families gather and chat in the background.
A student smiles beside a family member while holding a colorful decorated poetry folder during Mulberry’s “Poet-Tea” celebration.
A student reads poetry aloud to a family member seated across from him while other students and families listen and enjoy refreshments nearby.
A student stands on stage reading poetry into a microphone while a teacher smiles beside her during Mulberry’s poetry presentation event.
A student reads a poem into a microphone on stage while a teacher assists beside the podium curtain backdrop.
A student presents poetry from the stage microphone while classmates wait nearby and families watch from the audience.
Two young students share a microphone on stage while reading poetry together during the Mulberry “Poet-Tea” event.
A student smiles while reading poetry into a microphone on stage as a teacher stands nearby.
A student stands at a podium on stage reading poetry aloud to families and classmates seated in the audience.
Plates filled with cookies and sweet treats are arranged across cafeteria tables for families attending Mulberry’s “Poet-Tea” celebration.
The market is open! 🛍️

Mulberry’s 3rd-grade students held their annual Mulberry Market this morning, selling handmade crafts like sensory bottles, pet rocks, paper flowers, bracelets, and more!

Not only was it a fun shopping experience, but it also helped students practice real-world math skills by working with coins, counting money, and making change.

A special thank you to the Miami Township Fire & EMS team for stopping by and purchasing a few of these amazing crafts from our students!
5 days ago, Milford Schools
A student by waterbottles selling to other students
A student holding two quarters
Three students in front of fuzzy dragonflys
A student talking to another studen
Two students in front of a backdrop holding funny looking mustaches
a fireman talking to a student
Two students in front of a table selling fuzzy snakes
a student purchasing some cans
Four girls over a table contemplating a purchase of bookmarks
When you have weather this good, how could you not eat outside?

This week and last, Meadowview Elementary has been hosting ‘Lunch on the Lawn,’ inviting families to join their students for lunch outside in the sunshine. From picnic blankets to lots of smiles, it’s been a fun way for families to enjoy some extra time together during the school day!

Some families packed special lunches for the occasion, while others were just too jealous of Meadowview’s delicious cafeteria food and had to grab a tray alongside their students!

Nothing beats good weather, good food, and great company.
7 days ago, Milford Schools
A parent hugs a smiling student while sitting on a picnic blanket during Lunch on the Lawn outside Meadowview Elementary. Lunch containers and water bottles sit nearby on the blanket.
Dozens of Meadowview families spread out across the grass outside the school building during Lunch on the Lawn. Families sit on blankets and folding chairs while eating lunch together outdoors.
A student and adult smile while sitting in folding chairs during Lunch on the Lawn at Meadowview Elementary. Families gather throughout the grassy area behind them enjoying lunch together outdoors.
A student and parent smile while sitting together on a colorful picnic blanket during Lunch on the Lawn at Meadowview Elementary. Lunch snacks and bags are spread out around them on the grass.
Families sit together in lawn chairs and on picnic blankets outside Meadowview Elementary during Lunch on the Lawn. Parents and students enjoy meals together on a grassy field surrounded by trees on a sunny day.
A student and family members smile while sitting on a picnic blanket during Meadowview’s Lunch on the Lawn event. Chick-fil-A meals and drinks are spread out on the blanket as families gather in the background.
A parent and student sit together on a blue tarp picnic blanket while eating lunch outside during Meadowview’s Lunch on the Lawn event. Chick-fil-A meals and drinks are placed between them.
Families gather across a sunny grassy field outside Meadowview Elementary during Lunch on the Lawn. Parents and students sit on blankets and lawn chairs enjoying lunch together outdoors.
FAST FACTS: Milford Finances!

Did you know Milford Schools has reduced administrative costs from 13.75% of total general fund expenditures to just 7.29%?

That means Milford Schools is now well below the administrative spending benchmark referenced in House Bill 96.

Through strategic financial planning and continued efforts to improve efficiency, Milford Schools remains focused on putting resources where they matter most: supporting students and classrooms.
7 days ago, Milford Schools
Graphic titled “Administrative Costs as a % of Total General Fund Expenditures.” It compares previous administrative costs of 13.75% to current administrative costs of 7.29%, with an arrow showing the decrease. A callout says the current percentage is in line with state expectations in accordance with House Bill 96. The graphic includes the “Fast Facts! Milford Finances” logo and notes the data is according to the Year-to-Date General Fund Revenue Overview from March 2026.

What started as thousands of donated colored pencils became something truly beautiful at Boyd E. Smith Elementary.

Throughout the 2024-25 school year, Mrs. Lempa-Cooper worked alongside her art students to create this incredible butterfly sculpture and outdoor learning space that students will enjoy for years to come.

More than 30 fifth- and sixth-grade students voluntarily stayed after school to help bring the project to life, carefully placing donated colored pencils piece by piece to create the colorful butterfly now displayed near the playground.

Mrs. Lempa-Cooper also helped create the surrounding pollinator-friendly garden area, turning the space into a place where students can read, explore nature, and enjoy the creativity of the students who came before them.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this beautiful project possible! Families can see this incredible piece and dozens of other student-created works during tomorrow’s Boyd E. Smith Art Show!

7 days ago, Milford Schools
Students and a teacher stand outside beside a large colorful butterfly art installation attached to a fence near a school building and flower garden.
Close-up photo of a butterfly-shaped outdoor art installation made from colorful recycled art materials attached to a black fence above a flower bed.
Student wearing a walking boot works on assembling a large butterfly art piece made from colorful crayons on the classroom floor.
Students in an art classroom paint and assemble a large butterfly mural using bright colors, crayons, and mixed media materials spread across the floor.
Large group of students gathered in an art classroom around a colorful butterfly art project made from crayons and mixed materials spread across the floor.
Elementary students sit on a blanket outside reading books and completing activities near a colorful butterfly installation and flower garden.
They may be substitutes, but there’s no substituting the impact they have at Milford! ❤️

Join us in congratulating our SubSolutions “Substitute Teachers of the Year” honorees:
⭐ Carol Anderson — Certified Substitute of the Year
⭐ Linda Berkley — Classified Substitute of the Year
⭐ Elizabeth “Liz” Lipton — Certified Substitute of the Year

Whether stepping into classrooms, supporting students, or helping keep our schools running smoothly, these three make a difference every single day. Thank you for your flexibility, care, and commitment to Milford students and staff. We are so grateful to have you as part of the Milford family!
8 days ago, Milford Schools
District administrators and staff stand together in a classroom with substitute teacher Liz Lipton, who is holding a “Certified Substitute of the Year” certificate and smiling for the camera. The group poses in front of classroom windows and colorful decorations.
A group of Milford Schools staff members stand together in a classroom celebrating substitute teacher Linda Berkley, who is holding a “Classified Substitute of the Year” certificate. Staff members smile beside her while colorful classroom decorations and student seating are visible in the background.
Milford Schools administrators and staff stand outside on a sunny day with substitute teacher Carol Anderson, who is holding a “Certified Substitute of the Year” certificate. The group smiles together on a blacktop area with balloons, parked cars, and trees in the background.
Time to go back to where it all started.

This Friday, May 15, our Milford High School seniors will take one final walk through the elementary schools that helped shape them into the Class of 2026. From high fives in the hallways to reconnecting with former teachers, Senior Walk is always one of Milford’s favorite traditions.

Our seniors will return to their elementary schools to soak in the memories, be cheered on by current students, and thank the staff members who made an impact along the way.

Senior Walk Schedule:
• Boyd E. Smith – 11:30 a.m.
• McCormick – 11:30 a.m.
• Pattison – 1:15 p.m.
• Meadowview – 1:30 p.m.
• Mulberry – 1:45 p.m.
• Seipelt – 2:15 p.m.

Help us celebrate the Class of 2026!
8 days ago, Milford Schools
Graphic showing Milford seniors in red graduation caps and gowns participating in the “Senior Walk” tradition while elementary students line the hallway for high fives. Text reads: “Class of 2026 Senior Walk” with Friday, May 15 times listed for Boyd E. Smith, McCormick, Pattison, Meadowview, Mulberry, and Seipelt.
TOMORROW! 🎶

Meet Superintendent Dr. Fiori while you wait at the Middle School Band Concert!

Between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m., Dr. Fiori will be in the Milford Middle School cafeteria talking with families before and during performances. Stop by, say hello, meet other Milford families, and learn more about what’s happening across Milford Schools!

We hope to see you there!
8 days ago, Milford Schools
Graphic for Before the Band event. Text reads: “Before the Band. Meet the Superintendent while you wait! Talk with Superintendent Fiori before or after your student’s performance. Meet and greet with other families. Enjoy refreshments while you wait. Milford Middle School. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 13.” Includes a photo of Dr. Bobbie Fiori talking with families in a cafeteria.
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Last week, Mrs. Nunner’s kindergarten students secretly transformed into superheroes, using their powers of kindness, responsibility, teamwork, perseverance, and respect! 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️

Thanks to donations from families through Mrs. Nunner’s Amazon Wish List, each student received their very own superhero cape and mask as part of a surprise Super Hero Day. Students created secret identities and learned what it truly means to be an everyday hero in the classroom and beyond.

To protect their identities, these heroes removed their capes and masks while walking the halls… but thanks to their secret bracelets, they could still recognize their fellow superheroes.
8 days ago, Milford Schools
A class of kindergarten students dressed as superheroes pose together in front of a comic book-themed backdrop while wearing colorful masks and capes.
A student dressed as a superhero poses in front of a comic book-themed backdrop wearing a purple outfit, yellow cape, and yellow mask while holding a “Zap!” sign.
Several kindergarten students in superhero costumes make their way through a classroom “laser maze” obstacle course during Superhero Academy activities.
Kindergarten students and staff smile together during Superhero Academy Day while dressed in superhero-themed costumes and colorful masks.
A staff member dressed as a superhero-inspired secret agent poses in a trench coat and fedora while revealing an “Incredibles” shirt underneath.
A kindergarten student smiles while holding a “My Superhero” worksheet featuring a drawing of themselves as a superhero with a red cape and blue suit. The student’s superhero power is listed as “fly.”
A student wearing a blue cape and mask poses in front of a superhero backdrop while holding a “Boom!” sign and striking a superhero pose.
Kindergarten students dressed in colorful superhero capes and masks carefully work together to navigate through a classroom obstacle course made of string and chairs.
A class of kindergarten students dressed as superheroes pose together in front of a comic book-themed backdrop while wearing colorful masks and capes.
A group of kindergarten students and their teacher pose in superhero masks and capes while holding comic book-style signs that read “Pow!,” “Zap!,” and “Crunch!”
ONE LAST RIDE!

It’s almost time for one of Milford’s favorite traditions! On Thursday, May 14, Milford High School seniors will make their annual Senior Bike Ride to campus before kicking off Senior Field Day. Community members may see students riding bikes, golf carts, ATVs, and more along Wolfpen Pleasant Hill Road as they make their way toward Milford Middle School beginning at 10:30 a.m.

Seniors, a few quick reminders:
• Meet at Meijer at 10:15 a.m.
• The ride begins promptly at 10:30 a.m.
• No lawn mowers or tractors permitted
• No pulling students behind bikes, carts, or ATVs
• Please arrange for drop-off and pick-up. Vehicles should not be left at Meijer

We can’t wait to celebrate the Class of 2026 during one of their final rides together!
9 days ago, Milford Schools
A graphic promoting the Milford Schools Senior Bike Ride on May 14. The graphic features a red background with bold text reading “Senior Bike Ride” and “Milford Schools.” A large illustrated bicycle stretches across the bottom half of the image. Two polaroid-style photos show Milford seniors riding bikes and golf carts during a past bike ride event. A black starburst shape reads “One Last Ride!” Event details at the bottom state the ride will travel from Meijer to Milford Middle School and begin at 10:30 a.m.

We have a national champion right here at Milford!

Freshman Xander Dejkunchorn recently captured the all-around national championship in his age division at the USA Gymnastics Men’s Level 9 National Championships, finishing first overall against some of the nation’s top gymnasts.

Xander also earned national titles on pommel horse and parallel bars while placing fourth on rings and seventh on floor exercise! Congratulations, Xander! Milford is incredibly proud of you and cannot wait to see what you accomplish next at Level 10!

Read more about Xander's accomplishment here: https://www.milfordschools.org/article/2884539

9 days ago, Milford Schools
Milford High School freshman Xander Dejkunchorn competes on the rings during the USA Gymnastics Men’s Level 9 National Championships while coaches and athletes watch nearby.
Milford High School freshman Xander Dejkunchorn performs on the pommel horse during the USA Gymnastics Men’s Level 9 National Championships.
Milford High School freshman Xander Dejkunchorn performs on the rings during a gymnastics competition, holding his legs extended in a split position while suspended above the mat.